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Dimensions in parentheses are in
millimeters unless otherwise specified.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
LP GAS CYLINDER
CYLINDER SPECIFICATIONS
Any LP gas cylinder used with this BBQ grill
must be approximately 12" (305) diameter and
18" (457) high. The maximum fuel capacity is
20lbs (9.1 kg) or 5 gallons (19 L). The full
cylinder weight should be approximately 38
lbs (17.2 kg), which is 43.7 lbs (19.8 kg)
nominal water capacity. The LP gas cylinder
must be provided with an approved overfilling
preventive device (OPD).
All LP gas cylinders used with this appliance
must be constructed and marked in accor-
dance with the specifications for LP gas
cylinders.
Always use the cylinder dust cap on the
cylinder valve outlet during transportand
when the cylinder is not connected to the BBQ
grill. The LP gas cylinder provided with the
grill is equipped with a quick connect closing
(QCC-1) cylinder valve. The valve contains a
backcheck which is designed to prevent gas
flow until it is connected to the regulator. Keep
the cylinder valve closed when it is not in use
or attached to the grill.
LP gas cylinders are shipped empty for safety.
Allow only a qualified LP gas dealer to fill or
repair your LP gas cylinder. The gas dealer
must purge a new cylinder of air before filling
it. Caution the gas dealer not to overfill
cylinder.After filling, have the gas dealer check
for leaks to see that the relief valve remains
free to function.
Approximate running time for the 20-pound
LP gas cylinder:
Models BBQ242BI and BBQ242C
80,000 Btu/hr (23.4 kW) 51/2hours
Models BBQ36BI and BBQ36C
69,000 Btu/hr (20.2 kW) 61/2hours
Models BBQ362BI and BBQ362C
101,000 Btu/hr (29.6 kW) 41/2hours
Models BBQ48BI and BBQ48C
89,000 Btu/hr (26.1 kW) 5 hours
TRANSPORTING THE CYLINDER
Transport only one LP gas cylinder at a
time. Transport the cylinder in an upright
and secure manner with the control valve
turned off and the dust cap in place.
Do not transport the cylinder in the passen-
ger compartment.
Do not leave a cylinder in direct sunlight or
in a high heat area such as a closed car
trunk. High heat areas could cause the relief
valve to vent gas.
Do not store cylinders in a building, garage
or any other enclosed area. Store outdoors
in a well ventilated area away from people.
The LP gas cylinder must be provided with
acylinder connection device compatible
with the connection for outdoor cooking
appliances.
Handle a filled cylinder with care. The LP
gas in the cylinder is under high pressure.